If you’re an Isle of Wight resident or visitor with a penchant for wine and food, lamenting the lack of fun things to do during the winter, then listen up! These themed, standalone evening events combine relaxed wine and spirits masterclasses led by me, with a selection of paired nibbles to go with them.
PORTUGUESE PLEASURES 🇵🇹
Portugal is arguably the most underrated wine country in the world as well as one of the most versatile. Join me this winter for a guided tasting that sweeps from vibrant, food-friendly still and dry wines of all colours to decadent, fortified classics like Port. I’ll also sneak some festive food pairing tips along with some simple, yet perfectly paired canapés. You’ll enjoy a welcome glass of one of fine sparkling wine then taste and learn about the following, all with lots of nuggets of general wine wisdom thrown in:
Still , dry Portuguese white wine
Still, dry Portuguese red wine
White Port (We’ll also try it with tonic. It’s immense!)
Ruby Port
Tawny Port
LBV Port
When? Dec 12th 2025 @ 7pm
Location? Gurnard, Isle of Wight (address revealed upon booking)
Price: £10 Charity donation on the night
To book your place, email me on helena@helenasips.com!
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PAST EVENTS
RAVISHING RUEDA! 🇪🇸
From crisp, citrusy Verdejo that rivals Sauvignon Blanc, to silky, lees-aged whites with creamy texture and even oak-kissed bottlings with spice and depth, Rueda is Spain’s secret playground for white wine lovers. It’s a region that takes you from refreshing aperitif sippers to food-friendly fine wines in one flight. Come taste the journey with some locally inspired canapés!
Location: Turnstone House at Monterey, Eygpt Point
Price: £45pp
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Why learn about wine anyway?
Wine is so much more than a drink; it’s geography, philosophy, language, culture, community and so much more. Here’s why you should join us at out tasting events: